DM MikeK - Into the breach Tuesday July 18th, 2017 9:03:39 PM
A hurried conversation regarding next steps is held. Micah breaks the impasse by stepping boldly into the clearing. The orcs note his entrance, but continuing working the field.
The rest of the Shields follow, except for Lavinia and Sasha. The halfling’s knowledge check brings certitude that attempting to move through this part of the Wood would be suicide. The halfling must first step into the clearing and sneak around the circumference from the interior position.
Walking into the clearing feels like walking through an invisible barrier. The intense, unrelenting, antagonism pressing down on everyone for the past hour instantly evaporates. It has been replaced by something else, another presence. Again, it is felt in the mind, and the along the hairs on the back of the neck. But this is different. Its…protective. It is suppressing the other somehow, keeping the Wood at bay. And yet, there is grim determination here, an underlying, smoldering resolve that feels forced.
Lavinia – Highlight to display spoiler: { Minus the grimness, this feels familiar. Very much like what you felt walking with the druid to Cutter. }
As the group approaches the orcs, Micah calls out, "Who is in charge here? We are here to get the shipment, so that we can get out of here." In response, the orc who appears to be in charge of this group jerks a thumb toward the large building, which is still 200’ ahead. The rest of the orcs continue to watch the group. Sense Motive DC20 Highlight to display spoiler: { They appear ambivalent about the group’s presence, and while guarded, aren’t hostile. }
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+3=18 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 2:28:09 AM
Bartomus followed the others into the clearing and felt the tension in his neck and shoulders leave as they stepped further towards the others in the clearing. He watched as Micah called out to the others demanding the shipment. He leaned onto the long shaft of his glave waiting to see what the orcs did nex. ==== Sense motive 18
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+7=10 ; d20+12=32 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 10:13:11 AM
The large group of orcs all watching them makes Stohp a little nervous (sense motive 10). Trying to appear businesslike and not arose suspicion, she heads towards the indicated building, all the while trying to take in any and all important details (perception 32).
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Wednesday July 19th, 2017 11:11:28 AM
Dorbin simply moves along with the others towards the building, not sure what to make of the strange presences and feelings all around them.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+4=21 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 12:37:01 PM
Sid visibly bristles at the site of the clearing and then forces himself to relax and keep his profile low. Attack from the building and working their way out will be more advantageous. Feeling the forced determination of the protective force Sid's stomach sinks a little as he fears a hostage situation.
It occurs to Sid that he should work on a hand sign language of some form for the Shields. Something subtle maybe.
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Sense Motive: 21
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+1=11 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 2:46:38 PM
Stock walks up slightly behind the others and is happy to feel the pressure level drop as they pass into the clearing. As the others walk towards the building, Stock deviates slightly and casually walks over to the orc that answered them with the thumb gesture.
"It is nice to get out of the forest. Man, can you believe the feeling? It's almost like those...trees want to rip this place apart."
He waits a minute to see if the orc responds. If not he leans on his flail and follows up with, "But then you walk into this clearing and it all goes away...Crazy stuff. Has it always been that way here?"
Stock is doing his best to control his natural dwarven hatred of the orcs and in a very abstract way, is proud of the way he is staying composed.
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Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+11=17 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 2:52:11 PM
Zanderallen shudders as he steps into the clearing and feels the presence. Something very very wrong was going on here. But better to get to the center and find out the source before revealing their true purpose. Though as Zander looks at the edge of the clearing he's not sure he wants to stop whatever is holding back the forest, atleast not while they were in the clearing. 'Domi strengthen us', he prays silently as they head in. ---------------- Sense Motive 17
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+14=31 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 3:30:12 PM
Attempting to appear unperturbed he continues his progress toward the hut. The new presence, though less oppressive, causes him greater concern in that it is unknown. Regardless, the Shields have come here for a purpose and he does not deviate from that.
Once the get near, he calls out, "Hello, the building! We are here for the shipment!" As he awaits a response, he takes in details about the building including the location of any windows or other doors, materials of construction, and any clues as to internal layout.
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Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 d20+2=9 ; d20+9=11 ; d20+18=25 ; d20+16=27 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 5:59:48 PM
As Lavinia steps quietly into the clearing she feels the sensation wash over her. Her eyes narrow and her determination grows stronger. Moving quietly through the fields she attempts to sneak round to the back of the building and investigate without the orcs seeing, hoping the strange group she was with would be sufficient distraction. As she passes through the fields she looks closer at the plants to see if she knows what they might be.
What was going on here? Why was this happening? She had to find out.
=============================== Sense motive = 9 Knowledge Nature = 11 (Rolling stealth again if necessary) Lavinia = 25 Sasha = 27
DM MikeK - Having a chat Wednesday July 19th, 2017 8:45:52 PM
The orcs and the trees thrashing at the woodline keeps everyone on edge. Sid wonders if a hostage situation is in the making. Lavinia is also unhappy with the feeling.
Micah is ready to move on, and most of the Shields move to follow. Lavinia and Sasha are out of sight, sneaking about.
However, Stock stops in front of the orcs to make conversation. The orc simply stares at him wordlessly after his first question. After the second, he shrugs. Perception DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { The orc’s eyes narrow slightly, while two of his companions look at each other with confused expressions } Perception/Sense Motive DC 20 Highlight to display spoiler: { The orcs are beginning to wonder if you are who they think you are }
-- Farm Map Map Notes – I had to dial some actions back a bit to get in Stock’s interaction. Please note there is still a lot of distance between the party and Lavinia, and the building.
The building itself is two stories, 60’ x 100’, with some kind of corral on the side facing the party. The yellow blocks on the map indicate the trail leading toward it. Black boxes are orcs. There are six currently interacting with the party, and four more closer to the building.
Stock is the blue box talking with the orcs. Lavinia and Sasha are the two blue boxes to the south. Everyone else is on the road.
I will make things bigger as you get closer.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+7=14 ; Wednesday July 19th, 2017 9:45:19 PM
Bartomus watched the orcs and their interaction with Stock. He kept his hand firmly on the glave and kept moving with the party towards the two story building. He didn't like the fact that a handful of orcs, however, were going to be behind the Shields as they continued forward.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+7=12 ; d20+12=30 ; Thursday July 20th, 2017 10:28:06 AM
Stohp notes the narrowed eyes (Perception 30). Though she isn't certain that they're suspicious(Sense motive 12) she does remember the reaction that Stock's questions got on the boat. She nudges him and glares. "Quit pestering them with questions newbie. We have a job to do."
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Thursday July 20th, 2017 11:27:07 AM
Dorbin stays in the middle of the group as the move, also nervous that there will soon be large groups of orcs on both sides of them.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+8=10 ; Thursday July 20th, 2017 1:44:49 PM
Not getting much from the orcs, Stock mutters in dwarvish "Dumb greenskins..." and continues on his way with the party.
When he judges that they have moved out of earshot from the orcs, he glances back to see if they are listening then quietly says, "Sorry about that detour. Just thought they might have something to say. Have I mentioned that I hate orcs? It sounds so...typical of a dwarf but I don't care. Oh about keeping my mouth shut...I'll definitely do that...starting now."
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Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Thursday July 20th, 2017 2:21:17 PM
"Well," Sid says lowly keeping at eye out, "You make up for the stereotype by being awfully chatty for a dwarf." In dwarvish he says, "Actions hit harder than words(in common) as they say."
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Thursday July 20th, 2017 4:08:50 PM
When they were out of ear shot, Bartomus said in a low voice, "I am not happy that we will be surounded by orcs if something goes wrong in the house."
Bartomus continued walking along while trying to capture a glance back behind them to see what the orcs were doing.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=18 ; d20+11=12 ; Thursday July 20th, 2017 5:02:59 PM
Seeing the orcs looking at Stock Zander resists the urge to face palm. But he couldn't fault the dwarf, Zander knew he had blundered into situations against the better judgement of hindsight in his exuberance. Like how the Shields had found him originally, although only Micah and Stohp were still around from those days. "I'm not a fan of their position either Bart, maybe you and Stock can take rearguard and keep an eye on them. Hopefully we can keep our cover long enough to know what we're up against and if necessary attack when we have the advantage." -------------------------- Perception 18 Sense Motive 12
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=5 ; d20+15=34 ; Thursday July 20th, 2017 7:42:07 PM
Micah stops and gestures to the others to do so while saying with false sternness, "Keep up! This forest is too hostile for us to dally any more than necessary."
Once the chatty dwarf rejoins them, he continues his progress to the building, knowing that his and Zanderallen's armor limited pace will give Lavinia and Sasha a chance to make up the distance to the building.
DM MikeK - OK, its a corral d20=5 ; d20=18 ; d20=10 ; Thursday July 20th, 2017 9:04:13 PM
Stock doesn’t get any answers, and moves off. The rest of the company privately express mixed feelings about the questioning, but several backward glances confirm the orcs are staying put. They do spare a glance or two in the party’s direction.
Zanderallen suggests Bartomus and Stock form a rearguard, so dwarf and taur dutifully fall to the back.
Micah remains in front, and the Shields march purposefully toward the large building, and the second group of orcs. As they close within hailing distance, the group sees on their left a hastily constructed, stone walled corral, with an iron bar acting as a gate on the south side. The walls are about 5’ high. Anyone that can see over that height notices the corral contains an enormous beetle. Six jointed legs hold a metallic green body about a yard off the ground. The body itself is about 10 ft diameter and about 5 ft thick. It's back is almost flat. Its back is toward the group. Its not moving, nor does it acknowledge the party’s arrival.
Bordering the west side of the corral is the building proper. The trail turns up ahead into a set of large sliding doors, which are open, although from this angle, no one can see inside. The second floor of the building contains windows, which are nothing more than shutters over holes in the wall (no glass). The shutters of the two windows on the west side are open Perception DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { There are multiple humanoids moving about up there }
To the group’s front, four orcs stop playing a game – which involves throwing axes at the carcass of another beetle that has been nailed to the side of the building – and turn to watch the group’s approach. Sense Motive DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { They seem unsurprised at your arrival, but wary nonetheless. }
-- Meanwhile, Lavinia and Sasha, still well south of everything pictured in the map, is working her away around to the east side (?) of the building.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+7=14 ; d20+3=19 ; Thursday July 20th, 2017 9:25:52 PM "Stock, why would they have a beetle penned, and another used for target practice?" Bartomus asked as he started to get a sense as to why the forest was so angry at what was going on in this clearing.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+12=18 ; d20+7=27 ; Friday July 21st, 2017 10:24:52 AM "If I had to guess it has to do with the magic they're using to keep back the forest. The beetles are one of the safest creatures to follow and be protected against it."
Stohp examines the building ahead, noting movement in the windows (Perception 18) and the wary looks of the orcs (Sense motive 27). "We won't be alone with whoever's in charge in there. I see movement inside."
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+1=12 ; d20+8=13 ; Friday July 21st, 2017 11:08:45 AM
Stock rejoins the others and leans toward Sid and says in dwarvish, "Yeah but the gnomes say that words can be weapons." Glancing back at the orcs he says, "Maybe I'll just stick to my flail though. Besides I'm only really ever quiet when I'm drinking. That's one of the reasons that I don't drink anymore..."
He follows Micah's direction and slows down with Bartomus as a rear guard. He cranes his neck a bit as they approach the house to try to get a feel for it. Hearing Bart's question he says, "When I was young, I knew this other lad named Gorok Ironhands who wasn't so smart. One day he decided to take a small toad that he found as a pet....Didn't tell his parents...tried to do it all himself. A week later that toad was dead. My guess is that these orcs don't even have what Gorok had upstairs and may not be so good at keeping animals alive. Would it be bad if I joined them in the competition?"
Surreptitiously Stock also takes a look around trying to find any sign of their new companion....still seeing no sign of her nor the cat.
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Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] d20+6=8 ; Friday July 21st, 2017 11:27:40 AM
Dorbin eyeballs the gate and how the gate is closed. He doesn't notice the upstairs folks (perception: 8), but whispers, "If the beetle has a grudge against the orcs, and everything goes south, I'm going to open that gate and maybe we'll have an extra ally on our side."
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+10=24 ; d20+4=24 ; Friday July 21st, 2017 12:07:24 PM
In dwarvish Sid responds, "Well, when your words are as long a gnome's that works." Sid turns to Dorbin and in common says, "It's a good idea, just don't expect it to be an ally, it could just as well attack us."
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Perception: 24 Sense Motive: 24(Nat. 20! Is anyone there hiding feelings for the others? How do they feel about their mothers. Woo!)
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Friday July 21st, 2017 3:27:27 PM
Bartomus nodded and kept looking at the beetle in the pen. Hearing Dorbin's idea, Bartomus grinned. "You know Dorbin and Stock, might be worth having a couple of us hanging back and being able to release a bit of chaos amongst this place if things go bad, and I suspect they might just go bad."
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 d20+14=21 ; d20+2=9 ; Friday July 21st, 2017 4:39:08 PM
Lavinia continues her movement towards the far side of the building, keeping low to the ground to remain stealthy. She keeps one eye on the party and another on the the building. Movement upstairs? Hopefully the wouldn't look too closely outside. She tried to keep pace with the group as they made their way to the building, hoping they wouldn't move too fast for her to move stealthily.
"Poor Beetle" she thought. "I'll get you out of here somehow" She turns to the building "Once I've dealt with whatever this is"
======================================= Perception = 21 Sense Motive = 9 (Let me know if Sasha and I need more Stealth Checks)
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=7 ; d20+11=23 ; Friday July 21st, 2017 4:53:08 PM
Walking up Zander has to work to hide the look of disgust towards the orcs. They would be dealt with. But first whatever was in the building, judging from the orcs reactions they were expected to enter. Following with what they'd already been doing he let's Micah make the greeting. Looking back at his companions he hopes Vinnie is taking care of herself wherever she's hiding, other than that they looked ready for anything. Bring it on. ----------------------------- Perception 7 Sense Motive 23
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=21 ; Friday July 21st, 2017 5:38:24 PM
Micah hides a smile at the mention of a possible diversion.
Continuing their masquerade, he does not hesitate in their progress toward the open sliding doors. Conversationally he says to the others, "Looks like there are several upstairs. Let us see who is downstairs to great us."
When he passes the orcs, he feigns disinterest, but does take a look at how they are equipped and armed.
DM MikeK - The Farm d20+5=14 ; Saturday July 22nd, 2017 11:13:37 AM Farm Map
Brief, whispered, and dwarvish conversation ensue regarding what the orcs might be doing with the beetles, whether releasing the beetle would help or hinder the party should events go bad, and whether some of the group should hold back by the gate. No one endeavors to stop, however. And Micah continues to lead the group toward the open barn-like doors.
The cleric does spare a glance to take in the orc’s weaponry. Like the ones met earlier, each of the orcs wear studded leather armor, and carry a falchion, along with a set of javelins, which they were chucking at the beetle carcass. OOC – Yes, your DM said axes before. But, its javelins. Scratch the earlier post, and go with they’re throwing javelins. Thanks!
Sid also takes a good look. One of the orcs is convinced his companion is cheating at the game, and is very frustrated about it. As far as the Shields, the orcs don’t particularly like the group, especially Stock, but it’s a general mistrustfulness rather than anything else. Sid gets the impression of a forced alliance of some kind.
Micah and Zanderallen step into the barn/warehouse, and stop to let their eyes adjust to the darker space.
The very first impression is there are a lot of orcs around here.
To the left, a group of six appear to be playing some kind of dice game at the base of a wide wooden stairway leading up to the second floor. The party’s entry has interrupted the game, as they all look over to watch the new folks.
To the right, five more stand, watching. The first three are your standard variety orcs. Behind them is a big fella (W) Battle scars crisscross his face, made easier to see by red markings highlighting them, plus the fact he’s a head taller than his comrade. His hide armor, falchion, javelins, and a short spear are all better quality than the rest. Behind him, is a smaller orc (M), wearing a necklace of small bones and animal skulls that prominently features an intricately carved wooden medallion. This one carries a battleaxe. Knowledge(Religion) DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { The medallion is shaped in High Woldian symbol common to worshippers of Ga’al }
These orcs watch the Shields’ approach with a mixture of expectation and defiance. None have weapons in hand, but they’re posturing in a “You don’t want to mess with us” manner.
To the front of the party, a wagon, loaded with barrels, sits next to a back door (O7). The rest of the back area contains a plow, seeder, and bins of plant material in various stages of harvesting.
On the northeast side of the building is a small room. The door (S9) is closed.
-- Lavinia and Sasha (grey S) continue their sneaking.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Sunday July 23rd, 2017 11:41:02 AM
Bartomus leaned against the door and watched the orcs tossing javelins as the dead beetle. He watched the javelin tosses and snickered when there were misses. He looked over his shoulder and watched as the leaders of the Shields walked inside and waited to hear if he should follow.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+8=12 ; d20+9=28 ; Sunday July 23rd, 2017 12:21:48 PM
Sid looks at the orcs that think they are being cheated as he walks into the building and laughs, shaking his head his body language saying you poor saps are getting played and then act like they are obviously such suckers that they are beneath my further inspection.
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((I wasn't sure what I needed to roll so I did a Bluff and a Linguistics))
Bluff: 12 Linguistics: 28 (For body language)
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Sunday July 23rd, 2017 1:59:08 PM
Stock hears Bart's chuckle and smiles. He removes one of the javelins from the makeshift quiver and shows it to Bartomus. "Made these myself when I was a bit younger. Nothing special about them but there are a bit sentimental to me. See my mark carved there?"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Sunday July 23rd, 2017 9:55:46 PM
Stohp follows Micah in. Looking about, she notes the two orcs. She doesn't recognize the symbol, but it doesn't take a genius to guess Holy Symbol. Those two would be in charge then. Overall, between those outside and in here, they're heavily outnumbered. If a fight starts, they'd best secure a defensible position quickly so they're not overrun.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Monday July 24th, 2017 11:12:48 AM
Dorbin can't quite see into the main room yet, but he does watch the orcs watching them outside. He mentally calculates how quickly he can get to the gate to let out the beetle and then wonders if he will get slaughtered if he gets that far from the party. He decides he might be able to run up, open the gate, and run back, hopefully before the orcs notice him. He then looks around, trying to look innocent, NOT like he was just plotting...
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+5=10 ; Monday July 24th, 2017 5:29:43 PM
Looking around the inside Zander sizes up the situation as his eyes adjust to the light. Spotting the leadership to the right he notes the holy symbol on the orc shaman. 'Follower of Ga'al, domination, why doesn't it surprise me his followers are involved in this mess.' he thinks to himself. Moving a little further in to allow the rest of the party to get in around the wagon to avoid being as surrounded he glares at the larger orc from right beside Micah. ------------------ Know (Religion) : 10
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Monday July 24th, 2017 7:00:31 PM nice work, are they well balanced? We might be able to make a wager with the staff there?" Bartomus said to Stock then whispered, "keep it teady, we may need you to toss a couple quickly."
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 d20+14=15 ; Monday July 24th, 2017 7:51:19 PM
Lavinia continues her stealthy walk around the outskirts of the building. The group had entered the building with the orcs and seemed to be pretty chummy with them, even though she was sure the group was on the good side of things. Just what was going on here?
She and Sasha pause at a strategic point to look more closely at the building and investigate without the orcs seeing. Perhaps she can get a good look at the occupants of the upstairs floor.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Monday July 24th, 2017 7:53:50 PM "Domi preserve us", says Micah under his breath. Enemies left, right, and behind, he is not happy to be leading the shields into the middle of this.
"impressive operation", he blurts out gruffly. "who's in charge here? Is that the shipment?"
Realizing what the paladin is up to, he remains close to him as they proceed.
DM MikeK - Who's the Boss? d20=9 ; d20=9 ; d20=19 ; Monday July 24th, 2017 9:08:57 PM Farm Map
Bart leans against the door. The taur and dwarf have a derisive conversation regarding the talent of the javelin throwers. Sid adds his own body language indicating he knows who is playing whom.
Whether Sid's antics had any effect is hard to tell. Stock pulling out a weapon has the four orc's full attention. None of the four move or say anything, but they've put their game out of their minds, and are now mostly concentrating on sneering, cracking their necks, and staring down Bart and Stock.
Dorbin stays put, evaluating his chances of opening the gate. OOC – under standard conditions, 3 rounds – double move to get there, standard action to open the gate, double move to get back – and the half-elf would have pass in front of the four orcs looking at him and holding javelins….
Micah, Zanderallen, and Stohp move further into the barn, taking in orcs and wagon while worrying about increasingly increasing odds.
Micah maintains the pose, asking for the guy in charge.
“That is shipment. I am in charge” snarls Big, Scarred, and Ugly. Then he waves to the smaller room next to him. “But you talk to little halfling in little room. He tell you your job, Mule.” The rest of the orcs get quite a chuckle out of Micah’s new nickname.
From outside, the room’s dimensions appear to be 20’ square – not nearly big enough for all the Shields. -- Lavinia and Sasha continue working their way around the building. From this side she can see more window on the second floor, but lying low in the crops, she cannot see much inside.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Tuesday July 25th, 2017 12:08:50 AM
Stohp is less than impressed by the insult. She'd been called far worse many times growing up. She nods at the information but otherwise ignores the comments and waits for Micah's lead, looking bored.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] d20+6=24 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2017 12:44:47 PM
Dorbin tries not to look nervous as he stands in the doorway. He wants to stay in range of the pen, but he figure he'll get killed if he stands outside by himself. If Bart heads inside, Dorbin will also move inside, but attempt to stay near the door to the outside, watching the outside orcs (perception: 24).
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+12=26 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2017 2:09:21 PM
Sid stays quiet and keeps his eyes open acting calm, cool, and collected. He makes notes of the distances between them and the doors, windows, and potential enemies.
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Perception: 26
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Tuesday July 25th, 2017 3:34:55 PM "Gent's, gents, maybe we could join in the game and make a throw. My friend here says that he's got a good aim. I would wager a gold piece to the person who makes the best throw amongst us?" Bartomus spoke loudly so that the concerned orcs could hear him. He looked at Stock and then back at the orcs. "They are going to be talking and then we have to do the carrying, so might as well get some fun in beforehand, right?"
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Tuesday July 25th, 2017 4:10:15 PM
Stock is at first surprised by how forward Bartomus is but then smiles."Guess we're doing this." Stock makes his way forward, smiling as always to show off his gleaming white teeth. "All's we are asking is for a chance at some fun. That dead beetle makes an awfully inviting target. Stock continues walking forward, javelin out but held to the side so they do not misinterpret his intentions.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Tuesday July 25th, 2017 7:56:38 PM
Micah shrugs off the intended insult. Under his breath he says what sounds like"Cave calcitrant muli as he approaches and opens the door.
Unless bid otherwise he will enter it, moving forward to make room for the others.
Highlight to display spoiler: {Using Latin as a proxy for Celestial, Micah said "beware the mule's kick"}
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 Tuesday July 25th, 2017 8:10:15 PM
Swearing under her breath Lavinia decides to move further round the back of the the building, hoping for a better sight-line, or at least an alternate way into the building.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+4=22 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2017 8:47:01 PM
Getting really nervous with how the party is getting split Zander has no choice but to hope their disguise holds up. He stands by the inner door, worried the halfling might see through their charade. He tries to peek at look at the wagon to see what it is they're supposed to be transporting. ------------------- Perception 22
DM MikeK - Shields all over the place Tuesday July 25th, 2017 8:49:24 PM Farm Map
Bartomus and Stock challenge the four orcs to a javelin throwing contest. The sight of money seems to redirect the orcs’ attention. As taur and dwarf approach, they note a wooden disk on the ground beside the orcs. Onto this disk, each orc places a gold piece. They all step back, and one holds out a hand toward the disk, inviting the pair to do the same. -- Micah mostly ignores the orc leader, and enters the room, with Zanderallen entering with him. Stohp moves to the door, and Sid flanks the taur.
Stohp and Sid do have a chance to look around the building a bit. Craft or Profession (Carpentry) DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { There are more load bearing beams on the ceiling than are really necessary for medium sized humanoids. The second floor would support both taurs easily. The stairwell is similarly constructed to handle taur sized weight. }
Micah and Zanderallen, and Stohp through the open door, find the room is more or less an office. A halfling (B) wearing cotton overalls and a loose shirt, is leaning over a well lit desk, very carefully scraping seeds off of a large, triangular leaf. A straw hat hangs from a peg. Other than whatever tool he’s using for seed extraction, the halfling is unarmed and unarmored. Sheets of paper lie on the desk marked up with drawings and symbols. Spellcraft DC 10 Highlight to display spoiler: { They've got nothing to do with spells or magic }
The halfling glances up for a split-second as the pair enter. “What, already? Well, hold on. Just hold on for a second.” The halfling returns to whatever it is he’s doing.
-- This unexpected split up leaves Dorbin, who was still calculating distances and numbers, suddenly rather isolated. --
Lavinia and Sasha get to the northeast corner of the building and take stock. The ranger sees there is a door on this side of the building. Above it is another one of those open windows. She also spots a small rise about 80’ to the north of the building. It should give her a good view into the second floor. However anyone looking out has a good chance of spotting her.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+12=32 ; d20+9=21 ; Tuesday July 25th, 2017 10:10:53 PM
Stohp notes the extra reinforcement (Carpentry 21). Perhaps so Shredds could visit and inspect the place, or maybe there are more taur-sized reinforcements above. Once in the office, the Halfling is so engrossed in his paperwork that it seems they have time to burn so Stohp takes the opportunity to look around the room,especially since her greater height gives a good view of the desk's contents (perception 32). She makes no effort to hide her activities, instead continuing her bored looking attitude so that her curiosity can be taken as just something to occupy herself while they wait.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Tuesday July 25th, 2017 10:43:42 PM
Bartomus fished into his tunic and found two gold coins and set them both on the disk. "Storck, I will spot this one, as I got my mouth volunteering us both before my brain could kick in."
The taur grinned foolishly as he stood up and said, "Alright, now what is the target we all want to aim for? Closest to it wins, if there is a tie, those tied rethrow?"
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Wednesday July 26th, 2017 11:19:34 AM
Dorbin watches Stock and Bart move towards the orcs. He takes a step to follow them, then looks back into the main building. He ends up staying where he is, counting the number of orcs again, and really hoping this didn't come down to a fight, because with the party split into two groups, he didn't think it would go well. He glanced off into the forest around them, wondering if the woods would be glad if they destroyed the orcs, or if it would even care about them at all.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+12=28 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2017 1:37:45 PM
Sid takes up a waiting position next to the door, watching/not-watching everything. Sid adds to his metal lists, things that explode/make fire quickly.
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Perception: 28
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Wednesday July 26th, 2017 4:20:51 PM
Stock hands one of his javelins to the Taur and pulls a second out of his quiver. "Any of you speak any Common? If not it will be awfully easy to have a misunderstanding. Who is first?"
Remember Stock, we aren't here to fight...necessary...
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+5=24 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2017 5:46:05 PM
Taking the opportunity to glance over the papers on the desk Zander feels relieved to not spot any magical writings. He still feels like this halfling is probably the most dangerous person they've encountered here so far. The orcs will just try and smash us, who knows what tricks this halfling might have up his sleeves. "We get sent all the way out here for some seeds, or is that whole wagon coming back with us too?" ------------------ Spellcraft 24
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+6=25 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2017 5:59:05 PM
Rather than being put off by the delay, Micah welcomes it. He does not know where Lavinia and Sasha are, but he thinks the more time they have to scout, the better the chances are they will be to get in a better position.
He notices Dorbin standing alone and vulnerable. He waves wildly until he gets the wizard's attention, then, with a feigned annoyed expression, motions for him to join them inside the room. If worse comes to worse, he thinks, the interior Shields might be able to make a defensive stand in this room, while the others rely on the salve to allow them to flee into the woods without being followed.
Assuming they can make it that far he amends to himself.
==================== Spellcraft 25 [It appears Micah has line of sight to Dorbin]
Bartomus drops a couple of gold pieces onto the pile and asks about the contest. Stock asks if anyone speaks Common, and all four nod in reply. “We go first,” one says. The four each throw a javelin at the carcass, and the two Shields note a mark designating the center. OOC – Highest attack roll wins. Ranged 20’ throw with the javelin, please. Orc 7 - 10 Orc 8 - 16 Orc 9 - 12 Orc 10 - 3 -- Dorbin stays where he is. -- Sid takes up a waiting position next to the door DM Note – I assume you meant back door, let me know if you meant office door. The whole place is made of untreated wood, so fire hazards abound. -- Stohp moves past his comrades into the office. Everyone in the office takes the opportunity to look around. There is a crude shelf containing a few well-worn books on agriculture, botany, and exotic plants. On the floor next to the halfling is a small box with a closed lid, but no lock on the latch. Another crude shelf holds four potted seedlings of some kind. Yet another shelf has several of the leaves like the one the halfling is concentrating over. As the trio watches, he carefully extracts a liquid from the seed pod and captures it in a small vial, which he places aside.
“What was that?” he answers Zanderallen distractedly. “Oh yes. The seeds.” The halfling looks up with an expression that this task is really quite an interruption. “The seeds are in the barrels in the wagon. Everyone else has found pulling the wagon to be easier than carrying the barrels, but whatever.” He starts to turn back to his work, then changes his mind. “Also, if you need more lotion, there’s a vial in the box.” He indicates the small box at his feet. He thinks a bit more, looking at the seed he’s pulled from the plant. “I don’t suppose any of you have any farming experience?” he asks, steeling himself for a negative response. -- Meanwhile, Micah is trying to get Dorbin to come join them.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+3=7 ; Wednesday July 26th, 2017 10:36:21 PM
Bartomus looked at Stock and shrugged, "I am going to have to borrow one of those, since tossing this glave sure as heck isn't going to work."
With a prooffered javelin, way to small for the taur, Bartomus took aim and let loose with a toss. The javelin started to spiral end over end and landed flat well away from the target. Bartomus went to great lengths to play up both the failure and his embarrassment. "Well, it won't be me taking that gold for sure with a throw like that. "
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Thursday July 27th, 2017 11:53:22 AM
Dorbin spots Micah gesturing to him. He takes a last look at Bart and figures those two can hold their own against the orcs if they have to. He heads into the room and sticks his head in the open office door to see what's going on. He says, "Hey, we ready to do this, or what?"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Thursday July 27th, 2017 2:26:38 PM
Stohp is a bit taken aback by the question. "Ummm... I don't know. Not me. I could go ask?"
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+13=15 ; Thursday July 27th, 2017 5:48:38 PM
Almost laughing at first about anyone from the Float being a farmer, Zander sees an opportunity to get some information. "Why? You have a problem with growing stuff around here? I think one of the boys has some knowledge of growing things. I'll go grab him.", coming outside just in time to see Bart's throw Zander calls to him, "You aren't taking home any prizes with that throw. Come in here. The accountant has a question for you." Zander presents Bart to the halfling,"Here's our resident green thumb. Great for telling you what plants are good to eat and which ones to avoid. Maybe he can answer some questions." Zander does his best in his manners and attitudes to put the halfling at ease, hopefully to free up his tongue in asking Bart questions. --------------------------- Diplomacy 15...
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+4=13 ; Thursday July 27th, 2017 7:12:53 PM Well done," thinks Micah as Zanderallen makes his gambit.
Aloud he says as he reaches into the box and retrieves the offered vial, "Yes, thank you. Some of the gang are a bit nervous about this forest." He makes sure to note what else is in the box as well as anything on the floor that he can better see as he leans down.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+7=23 ; Thursday July 27th, 2017 7:28:29 PM
Stock steps up, having watched the orcs as well as Bartomus throw. Not a very impressive display. I guess that bodes well if this comes to blows. We aren't here to fight though, Stock. Don't forget that. So maybe the smart thing is to lose on purpose... He tests the weight and balance of the javelin. Stock's eyes again scan the orcs again and he smiles. Lose on purpose to a bunch of Orcs?! Not gonna happen. ====== 23 on the Javelin throw
DM MikeK - Briadoc Greenstocking Thursday July 27th, 2017 8:56:37 PM OOC – By the way, everyone receives 400 xp for the trail scene.
At Micah’s gesture, Dorbin walks though the barn, under the watchful gaze of the various orcs, and into the office. "Hey, we ready to do this, or what?" Stohp, a bit taken aback by the halfling’s question, offers to ask around for a farmer. Zanderallen beckons Bartomus, who also joins the group in the office, and introduces the taur as their resident plant expert.
The halfling grins happily. “Joy. Briadoc Greenstocking at your service.” Briadoc proceeds to launch into a series of botanical questions so detailed it leaves Bart’s head spinning. Words like stamen and pistil and regressive and dominant traits flow forth from his mouth as easily as an incantation. Profession Botanist DC 10 or Knowledge Nature DC 15 Highlight to display spoiler: { He’s apparently trying to breed the Woods plants into something else}
Briadoc’s knowledge of botany appears endless, as does his willingness to talk about it in excruciating detail.
Micah is eventually able to toss a couple words into the onslaught of terminology. Retrieving a vial, he notes, “Some of the gang are a bit nervous about this forest." The halfling chuckles in agreement. “Well, it was touch and go here for quite a while until..,,” Catching himself, Briadoc suddenly stops talking. With a quick glance toward the south wall of the office, he attempts to change the subject. “Anyway, I assume you’ll want to be headed out straight away.”
--
Stock’s javelin is obviously closest, and the orcs wait with sour expressions for the dwarf to collect his winnings. (6 gp!) Once he does, they retrieve their javelins, and then each again places a gold piece on the wooden disk, and give Stock a challenging look.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Thursday July 27th, 2017 9:50:33 PM "Sure, sure, here's another gold piece from me, Stock, you are on your own this time," Bartomus fished out a second gold piece and set it down. This time he hefted the javelin and waited for Stock to ante up.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+12=22 ; Thursday July 27th, 2017 11:48:41 PM
Sid will stand at the backdoor, scimitar held casual-like, with a bored indifference, looking not-looking at everything. If anyone moves to the office door before the party is ready to move, he will move to intercept. Otherwise he just keeps his eyes and ears open.
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Perception: 22
OOC: Ok, just an odd question, do I have an Elf Sense for any mystical naturey things, and if so are they tingling? Sid grew up in the Culverwood, so I didn't know if there was anything pertinent I might pick up... besides blistering hate.
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 d20+18=30 ; d20+16=25 ; Friday July 28th, 2017 8:18:50 AM "Tch. They don't like making things easy do they Sasha? Ok lets try our old favorite technique and see if we can't get to that rise"
Maneuvering herself so that shes hidden behind the bulk of Sasha if anyone happens to look out of the building, Lavinia and the panther begin making their to the rise.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] d20+2=3 ; Friday July 28th, 2017 11:21:52 AM
Dorbin watches the conversation about plants. He tries to see why the halfling is suddenly so nervous (sense motive: 3), but his eyes are still glazed over from the plant conversation. He shakes his head, trying to clear all the silly words out.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Friday July 28th, 2017 6:26:27 PM
Stohp nudges Bart. "I got nothing, you know what he's talking about?
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+11=19 ; d20+13=14 ; d20+13=28 ; Friday July 28th, 2017 6:34:41 PM
Seeing Briadoc check himself and glance over to where the orc leaders are, Zander knows there is more information to be had from the halfling. Time to see if he could get it out. "We're wanting to get headed back fairly quickly. We'll need a little bit to rest up here first though. The hostility of these woods is a little draining even for just a mornings march.", Lowering his voice a little and working his magic to dig information out of Briadoc Zanderallen continues, "Touch and go, sounds pretty frightening out in these woods. The whole place seems to be out to get us. How'd you figure it out? Must have taken some exceptional knowledge. Did you make this lotion out of something from the woods?" Zander tries his best to lead any answers Briadoc makes back into more questions about what's going on in the clearing. ---------------------------- Sense Motive 19 Diplomacy 28 (14 rerolled with a Hero Point 1 remaining)
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+13=18 ; Friday July 28th, 2017 6:41:19 PM
Micah hides his smile as Zanderallen applies the charm. Leaning in conspiratorially, he adds with an earnest expression, "Yes, I wager there is quite a story to tell."
==== Diplomacy 18 to Aid Zanderallen making his check a 30.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+7=8 ; Friday July 28th, 2017 7:40:29 PM
Stock takes 5 of the coins, leaving one for the ante. Feeling absolutely certain of his capability in the contest, Stock says, "I'll go first this time..." He steps up to the line, again testing the balance of the javelin. As he pulls back the weapon to throw it, he hears the call for Bartomus. Rhythm thrown off, the javelin sails incredibly wild. ===== What are the chances of a natural 1?! I hope it doesn't accidentally hit an orc. XD
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+3=10 ; Friday July 28th, 2017 9:24:10 PM
Bartomus chuckles at his colleague's throw and steps to the line to toss his borrowed javelin. The throw is better than the last one, but for Stock's, yet he wasn't winning any gold. "it's gotta be the fact I am tossing a tooth pick!"
Bartomus, caught up in the javelin contest, doesn’t register Zanderallen’s call, and remains where he is. Stock collects his winnings, and does hear the paladin…right in the middle of his backswing. The javelin sails wide, wide left, narrowly missing the live beetle in the corral. The orcs snicker, and take their turn. Orc7 beats everyone, and scoops up the money with a flourish. Now much happier, the orcs grin at Bart and Stock to see what the duo will do next.
-- Sid keeps his eyes and ears open. The orcs are still occasionally giving him the eye, but most seem to have lost interest. Sid notes that the oppressive, blistering hate of the Wood is still absent. It has been since the group crossed the threshold into the 600' circle describing this farm area. In its place is that grim determination suppressing the Wood.
-- In spite of Bartomus’s absence, Briadoc was more than happy to go for an audience of three. While Stohp is baffled, Zanderallen and Micah were able to ignore the incredibly dry content of his speech well enough to pick up on clues that Mr. Greenstocking might know something more useful to their situation.
Aided by an occasional word of encouragement from the cleric, Zanderallen works the young halfling like master musician. With a nudge here, and a deft turn there, the paladin draws forth all kinds of interesting tidbits, which Briadoc gives up as if conversing with old friends.
It turns out Briadoc Greenstocking is some kind of expert is the cultivation and cross-breeding of exotic plants. He was hired by Lord Crimson himself to lead “The Program”, which is an effort to develop plant based extracts making the victim subject to mind control. The idea being a person, the master, could specifically command a group of drugged beings to do anything he wants.
Both Zanderallen and Micah note that Briadoc seems so caught up in the physical and chemical problems around how to be able to do such a thing, that the implications of success really haven’t crossed his mind.
Briadoc describes Lord Crimson as a medium sized humanoid. They met on the Merchant Level. He wore a loose, crimson colored cloak with the hood pulled far over his head, so the halfling could make out no features. Crimson did give Briadoc a medallion as a token of appreciation, which the halfling shows his new friends. It is a red colored metal, emblazoned with a diamond shape on both sides, identical to the ones the Shields recovered from Crook Street.
The halfling continues. This is the second attempt to build a farm. The first ended when the Wood destroyed it. Briadoc was on a boat at the time, but returned to find all the buildings ripped apart, smashed and torn bodies of the workers scattered everywhere, and his precious plants growing out of control. Crimson apparently made some kind of deal with these orcs, because they showed up and, with a few carpenters from the Float, set about rebuilding. With liberal use of the yellow lotion, of which only the 10 vials in that box remain, the team was able to keep the Wood at bay and set up another farm. The yellow lotion serves as a camouflage from the Wood, and is extracted somehow from the Jungle Beetle. There are 20 applications per vial, and each application lasts 4 hours.
Finally, there is a prisoner on the second floor. Briadoc doesn’t know who it is or how the prisoner was brought. But, since that person’s arrival two day ago, that protective, watched feeling has pervaded the area, and the Wood has been unable from enter the circle you’ve seen. There are several ogres upstairs, and Briadoc hears them walking about day and night.
-- Lavinia and Sasha maneuver to the rise, 80’ north of the building (off the map). From here, the ranger has a glorious view of two ogres flanking an iron cage 15’ square. Inside the cage, gagged, and sitting exhausted with her hands bound behind a post behind her, is Jella, the druid who escorted the ranger to Cutter less than a week ago. The ranger cannot see the entire second floor, and so cannot be sure whether or not more guards are up there.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Saturday July 29th, 2017 1:34:52 PM
Bartomus chuckles and conceeds the win to the orcs. "Well, you win some, and apparently I loose some."
Bartomus looked about and wondered what was taking so long in the building. "Guess we should go check in with the bosses, whatcha think Stock?"
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+7=26 ; Sunday July 30th, 2017 9:45:40 PM
Stohp nods along with Braidoc's ramblings, seemingly bored but internally mulling over the facts he's unknowingly sharing. This was the source of the plant men then, and they probably had the missing druid prisoner. Probably the source of the psudo-zombie plague as well. The question was if he was an overeager scholar in over his head or a ruthless monster willing to leave a trail of dead from his experiments. If the former, they could reveal themselves and maybe get an ally; the latter meant that revealing themselves would be a terrible mistake.
Stohp tries to judge the halfling (sense motive 26). She also tries to think of an excuse to let her and Micah consult in private.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 d20+1=21 ; Monday July 31st, 2017 11:14:36 AM
Stock raises his hands and says "You win this time." He stifles his embarrassment at his throw, retrieves his javelins and takes a close look at the dead beetle. "You guys been here long? What's the deal with the forest anyway?" After a while, he also asks "Seen anything weird or interesting? Who's the boss around here anyway?"
============= Having the dwarven barbarian pretend to be a diplomat with a bunch of orcs...what could go wrong? Diplomacy 21...nat 20. HA!
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] d20+6=13 ; Monday July 31st, 2017 1:13:57 PM
Dorbin steps outside the door as the halfling pratters on. He knows is it important information, but he's missing something. If the halfling isn't in charge, who is in charge here? Who ordered the prisoner captured and ensured it stays there? If the person in charge isn't here, can the Shields just claim they are here for the prisoner, too? As he moves and ponders, he looks over at the orcs at the bottom of the stairs, trying to determine if they are guarding the stairs, or just hanging around, bored (perception: 13).
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Monday July 31st, 2017 1:54:56 PM "Thank you good sir," responds Micah amiably when Briadoc finishes his tale. "Unfortunately, we had better get that shipment to the dock," he adds with a regretful tone as he gathers himself up to leave.
"I assume the orcs will not help? I gather the big one in the other room is a bit of a nasty fellow." He hesitates to allow the helpful halfling share anything more he might have to add.
When he does he leaves, Micah approaches Sid and attempting to do so subtly, he softly says something in Celestial. For Sid Highlight to display spoiler: {"Ten vials in a box under the table. We need to take them or destroy them if you get a chance. Not necessarily now."}
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 Monday July 31st, 2017 6:26:10 PM "Oh expletive" curses Lavinia under her breath. Crouching down low to the ground and encouraging Sasha to do the same, she ponders her next move.
Well, for one thing her fear that the druid was bad and was responsible for this whole affair had proved wrong so that was a plus. But Jella was now being held prisoner and guarded by two ogres (why did it have to be ogres?) and Lavinia had no idea how she was going to handle that. Certainly not by herself. She needed backup. She looks back at the building.
If she's careful, and given the circumstances she needs to be, she could make her way to the building and catch the attention of one of the guys she traveled with. They needed to know what was going on.
As she and Sasha begin to make their way back down the rise, towards the building, she glances back at the cage.
"Hang in there, I'm going to get help" She thinks at the exhausted druid.
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Monday July 31st, 2017 7:18:40 PM
Not sure whether to hate Briadoc as an evil genius or pity him as a fool Zander heads out to the main room outwardly sizing up the wagon but inwardly sizing up the fight. Fortunately for the Shields his wisdom wins out as he realizes starting a fight in present circumstances would be disastrous. But one way or another they were coming back for the prisoner. "Alright everyone, let's get this wagon moving. We've got a deadline to hit."
DM MikeK - Move a wagon, or start a fight? d20+5=20 ; d20+5=9 ; Monday July 31st, 2017 9:16:18 PM Farm Map
Bartomus and Stock start to tire of their game. Bartomus asks Stock about heading back to their comrades, but the dwarf wants to ask some questions first. Losing money is apparently a good way to loosen lips, because the orcs seem willing to answer.
“Feric Limbcrusher is boss,” one of them answer, with a nod toward the barn. Both Bartomus and especially Stock are reasonably sure they are speaking of another orc.
In reply to “Seen anything weird or interesting?”, all four orcs look at the dwarf incredulously for a good half minute, and then slowly point to the edge of the farm, where torso-sized roots appear to be scaling a non-existent dome.
“The Crying Wood wants to kill us,” one orc says, in a subdued voice. --- Stohp tries to get a read on the halfling, Briadoc. The minotaur’s best guess is he’s looking at a person so intent on his craft of botany that everything else really doesn’t register.
Micah exits the room, and lets Sid know about the box. Dorbin also leaves the room, and tries to get a sense of whether the orcs at the bottom of the stairs are guards or not. He can’t get a good read though, which adds to a growing list of unanswered questions. Zanderallen also leaves the room, and calls the Shields in to assist with the wagon.
-- Lavinia and Sasha sneak stealthily toward the rear door of the building. Ranger and cat time their movements to coincide with the near ogre’s shift in attention, and thus far, have managed to avoid detection.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Monday July 31st, 2017 10:18:50 PM
Bartomus looked over at the roots pushing upward in a noticeable arc, "Right, I think that wins the weirdness contest, and if it didn't then maybe these giant beetles, or the walk to this place. Yea, I am giving you all the win for putting up with the strangest of weird."
Bartomus began walking towards the barn and took a couple of steps, then turned back to the orcs and Stock. "Well, need to check in with my boss, don't want him gettin upset that I am not helping carrying stuff. Hopefully, you all will be rotated out of this place soon."
He waited for Stock to join him.
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Tuesday August 1st, 2017 10:12:00 AM
Stock takes one last look at the orcs and grunts, turning to follow Bartomus. Pitching his voice low so that only Bartomus can hear it he says, "What do you think explains my hatred of orcs? I mean I'm not a bad person and do not generally hate very easily but I see them over there and...well let's just say I need to use all of my self control to keep from blowing the situation up."
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Tuesday August 1st, 2017 10:38:38 AM
Dorbin isn't sure how much he can help with moving a large wagon, but he mentally starts preparing to make it look like he is helping...
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Tuesday August 1st, 2017 4:56:22 PM "Alright, is the wagon ready to go, because we're ready to get out of these woods. Giving me the creeps.", Zander asks to Briadoc and Scar-face. As they depart with the wagon Zander's brain is going full speed trying to figure out the best way to rescue the prisoner and shut this place down. They'd have to plan once they got out of here. He deeply ponders just revealing their identity and attacking once they all gather inside the building. His worry is what the ogres would do to the prisoner.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+12=29 ; Tuesday August 1st, 2017 6:14:27 PM
Sid nods and replies, "Yessir." He walks in after everyone has left and does a security sweep of the room if questioned Sid says, "I've just been ordered to do a security and safety sweep and report back to the float." He reaches in several times for paper and quill, a bit of string for a measurement, quickly packs everything up. When he comes out he says to Micah quietly, "Done sir, I have notes on the main room, and the side room, I need to see the upstairs before my security report to Lord Crimson can be ready."
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Sleight of Hand: 29(for the vials and anything else I reasonably I can take.)
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Tuesday August 1st, 2017 7:28:24 PM
Micah clenches his jaw tight to prevent any sign of surprise at Sid's subterfuge.
He nods in assent to the suggestion to check upstairs, briefly staring sternly at the rogue's dropping of Crimson's name before joining Zanderallen with their burden.
DM MikeK - Move a wagon, or start a fight? d20+1=6 ; Tuesday August 1st, 2017 8:49:25 PM Farm Map
Bartomus and Stock join the rest of the group in front of the a wagon. Zanderallen, Dorbin, and Stohp also gather round. The wagon has a long T shaped handle, with several peg-like hand holds. Six medium sized folks could reasonably take up postions to pull, or two taurs and two humans.
Meanwhile, Sid heads back into the office, paper in hand, for his 'security' report. Briadoc gives him questioning glance, but at Sid’s answer, the halfling shrugs and returns to his work. He spares Sid an occasional glance, but the rogue feels a bit let down with how easy this all is. Within a couple moments, Sid has obtained possession of the remaining nine vials of lotion. If he wants, Sid also has access to the halfling’s desk key. However, opening the desk without being spotted is out of the question.
Either way , Sid returns and announces his findings. Micah gives assent to check out the second floor.
”No” growls Scar Face, in a tone that causes the nearby orcs to stir and pay more attention. ”Security upstairs is good. Very good. You have your load, Mules. Start pulling. Now.”
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 Tuesday August 1st, 2017 9:33:13 PM "Well, Stohp, seems that we can make this easy for all of this small folk, or we can watch them struggle to get this out of this place." Bartomus said with a grin and motions to the rest of the Shields. He then drops his voice, "So, do we apply the lotion again, and just leave this place, or do we burn that place to the ground and let the forest have at this operation?"
There is a cold glint in his eye as he asked the question. He looked at the others and moved to take one of the lead hand holds.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm Tuesday August 1st, 2017 11:56:30 PM
Stohp hesitates before leaving the office, considering shutting the door and trying to recruit the herbalist to help. Instead she goes out to join the others.
"Sooner we load, sooner we leave." she replies to Bart's overt question. Whispering, she says to him "We need to find a quiet place to consult somehow, perhaps by leaving with the wagon. We have to come back though, this place is to dangerous to let it continue existing.
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 9:57:23 AM
Dorbin moves as if to help pull the wagon, but he will quickly step aside if someone larger and stronger makes a move. He will head to the rear of the wagon to help push.
Sid (Andrew) HP: 20/31; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 11:24:51 AM
Sid looks at orc for a long moment and then pulls a blank sheet of parchment from his pack, as he writes he speaks, including the punctuation, "I, the underlined, do hereby confirm and verify that they are interfering with the confirmed duties of fully contracted and obligated consultants. The following areas were designated as off limits to the contracted consultants interfering with the contracted members under (Old High Woldian(OHW) word for 'pants') (OHW word for 'sword') (OHW greeting to multiple strangers in the afternoon). 1) the upstairs area of main building Initial space
I, the underlined, do confirm and verify that the bonded consultants made a good faith effort to exercise their duties with accordance with of (OHW prayer of forgiveness) (OHW phrase to order a baked fish dish) (OHW curse).
Underline"
Sid puts it down in front of the Orc and says, "Sign here, initial here, sign here, sign here." Sid looks at the Orc, "This mule is going to get paid one way or the other."
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 d20+18=35 ; Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 12:38:35 PM
Ever thankful for her small stature and Sasha's natural sneakiness, Lavinia makes her way to the building and listens in at the door . They're leaving? Something about security? Mules? A wagon? As quietly as she can she tries to open the door and see if she can see what they're all up to.
=============================================== Stealth as Lavinia opens the door = 35
Stock (JonM) HP: 56/56 AC: 20/14/17; CMB: 8; CMD: 21 Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 2:57:39 PM "Bartomus, I hope you are not presuming that all of us little folk can't help! Just because you outweight me by half a ton, doesn't mean that there's not enough power packed in this body. Now, let's get going."
Stock will look for a way to somehow pull the wagon and begin moving the thing, by himself if possible.
In a lower tone he says, "Besides, aren't you and Stohp just a little leery of drawing comparisons between yourselves and...ahem...some of your four legged cousins?"
Sounds like the others want to burn the place. Good. I wonder what they saw inside...And where is that halfling lass and her cat. She shows up mysteriously right before we get here and disappears. Suppose she's in league with these guys. Our cover would be blown already I guess...Good thing none of these guys working at the ranch were halflings, otherwise I'd be awfully suspicious.
============= To clarify that last comment, Stock doesn't know about the halfling botanist. If he were to find out though...
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 21 T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 7:52:07 PM
Zanderallen stands impressed as Sid waltzes his watly through the lower floor. At Scar faces challenge he tenses but stops himself from over reacting. Seeing Sid seem to be managing he watches amused as Sid presents the paper to the orc. He stands ready for more trouble or to move out if the call is made.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 7:54:28 PM Nicely played thinks Micah in response to Sid's gambit. This thought, however, has no impact on the impassive expression he maintains.
"Well, folks," he calls out, "This wagon won't roll itself".
Then to Dorbin, he calls, "Climb on top and spot for us. Andd watch your head as we go through the door."
DM MikeK - poking the alligator d20+16=32 ; 2d4+12=16 ; Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 8:52:58 PM Farm Map
The majority of the Shields set up at the wagon, preparing to move out.
Sid continues to play out his role, writing out a document, placing it at the feet of the guard orcs, and requesting Scar Face’s signature.
Lavina eases open the back door enough to see inside. The ranger sees a large laden wagon in front of her, with her comrades apparently getting ready to pull it past a dozen or so orcs. Oh, and Sid staring down one of them. And Lavinia can see everything that happens next. "This mule is going to get paid one way or the other," Sid declares.
--
For a moment, a very brief moment, but a moment nonetheless, Scar Face wages that eternal fight between discretion and valor.
Then, the veins on orc’s head nearly burst out of his skull.
”WHAAAAAAT!!” the massive orc bellows, drawing his falchion as the orcs in front of him duck away. ”OH, YOU GET PAID!!! YOU GET PAID!! WITH YOUR HEAD!!!!”
Frothing at the mouth, Scar Face buries his blade into Sid’s torso. Sid is hit for 16 hp damage.
"NITIAL WITH YOUR BLOOD!", he cries deliriously. --
At the same moment, one of the orcs under the stairs points toward the cracked open back door. “Spy! Spy!” With the exception of M, who doesn’t do anything, all the orcs in the barn draw their falchions.
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+1=14 ; Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 9:37:44 PM
Hearing the sudden shouting and sounds of pain, along with the mentioning of blood, Bartomus turned about and looked for his glave. He saw it in the wagon, and looked back at the others.
He paused and his fingers quickly moved as he asked Eberyon for guidance. Whispering he spoke "Father of woods and vales, help me reach out to the forest that does not want these interlopers here.'
He looked out at the far edge of the clearing where the roots were pressed upward in an clear arc. He focused on the trees and roots beyond the arc and whispered, "Ancient Woods, I call out as ally, not foe or friend, if we can have your aid now at the edges, we can help remove this place before we remove ourselves from your forest."
======= Guidance - +1 to a roll Wild Empathy - calling to the Crying Woods - trying to see if there could be some help offered there in exchange for our offering to bring this outpost to an end.
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+10=11 ; Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 10:41:58 PM
Stohp jumps in surprise, shocked at the sudden violent outburst, before rushing forward and trying to disarm the maddened orc (Nat 1 for 11 disarm). Well if a huge fight starts it solves the problem of deciding how to take down these orcs... if we live.
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 Wednesday August 2nd, 2017 10:46:50 PM
(Who the whatsit saw me through a 35 stealth?)
Muttering the foulest of halfling swearwords under her breath Lavinia reaches back with one hand to touch Sasha on the nose. She whispers a few words of druidic and spreading out from the point Lavinia touches Sasha's fur begins to toughen and harden until her whole body is covered in bark. "Here we go again girl" says the halfling before drawing both of her shortswords and steeling herself for what is to come.
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 Thursday August 3rd, 2017 9:24:49 AM "You ought not to have done that," exhales Micah with a cold steeliness in his voice.
He utters words of power and Stock grows to a height matching that of the taurs. "Take care of that miscreant!, he shouts to Stock pointing at the enraged orc.
Then he calls to the rest of the orcs, "Sheath your weapons as we avenge the blood of our own. This does not have to be your fight."
======= Enlarge person on Stock: 50 minutes duration; 1d10 weapon damage goes to 2d8; +4 on intimidate checks against medium size or smaller creatures; 10' reach; +2 strength; -2 dex; -1 AC and to hit from size
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Thursday August 3rd, 2017 11:06:55 AM
Dorbin gets ready to climb onto the wagon when the place erupts into action. He hopes that Micah's suggestion that this is a single battle will work, but he is afraid that since the door opened, that all bets are off. To slow down any attacks, he casts grease on the ground between the orcs and the group.
OOC: K20, L20, K21, L21 or so
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 48/48 AC: 23 T: 11 FF: 22 CMD: 19 d20+8=15 ; d8+7=9 ; Thursday August 3rd, 2017 11:44:29 AM
Zanderallen seems frozen in time as the chaos unfolds in front of him. Seeing the thoughts play across Scar Face's face his mind yells at him to warn Sid, but it happens too fast. His body doesn't seem to respond as he tries to run to Sid and push him out of the way as the falchion slices a huge gash through the rogue's torso.
Already moving in that direction Zander closes with the large orc, moving past Micah as the cleric chants his spell, righteous fury burning in his heart. "No and I mean NO ONE attack my friends. Blood will be avenged." Zander draws his sword and focusing his divine gifts on Scar Face smites evil on him and attacks. --------------------------- Move to S21 - combined with drawing sword Swift Action - Smite Evil Scar Face 1 remaining - +3 to hit +5 Damage +3 AC vs. Scar Face if evil Standard Action - Attack Scar Face - (Not Evil) 15 to hit 9 damage - (Is Evil) 18 to hit 14 damage
AC 26 vs Scar Face if evil
Sid (Andrew) HP: 18/34; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+7=24 ; d6-1=4 ; 3d6=14 ; Thursday August 3rd, 2017 2:13:32 PM
Sid expected to be laughed at and mocked. The chances of the Orc actually signing anything was estimated to be less than 30% with a 70% chance that his hand would be slapped away and that he would have to fein disgruntlement as he made another line saying, "So-and-so refuses to sign," and be done with the ruse. Of course there were odds that a fight would break out, but less than 1% at best. Talking to, annoying admittedly, allies in the middle of hostile enemy territory shouldn't lead to a fight, especially with the type of encounter they have been having. When Scar Face starts screaming, surprise blossoms across Sid's face as the musk around the orcs suddenly makes sense: it was the heavy scent of constant fear.
Sid yells out as the broad blade of the weapon slices through his leather. He drops his quill and draws his scimitar, cutting the same line from the bottom of his torso across his top(if he hits). Fury erupts across his face and he starts screaming back, "You don't do patrols, your guard is lax and damaging your only defensive structure..."
To Hit(Scar Face): 24 Damage(If applicable): 4 Sneak Attack(If applicable(I don't think it is, but just in case)): 14
Stock (JonM) HP: 66/66 AC: 16/10/14; CMB: 12; CMD: 24 d20+10=11 ; Thursday August 3rd, 2017 4:11:15 PM Status Effects: Raging (1 round), Enlarge Person (50 min) Stock watches Sid's display with barely concealed glee. If he confuses the orc, there may be trouble As he turns to whisper this to Bartomus, he hears the escalation from the orc and turns back just as the orc's falchion digs into Sid's leather.
"Hoho here we go!" The words aren't even out of his mouth before Stock begins growing in stature. "Praise Domi, Micah you have to warn me about this stuff! Growth spurt complete, Stock's rage begins to build as he lumbers toward the orc. "Watch out Sid. How about we see how he acts when somebody bigger than him gets in his face!"
========== -Move to the 4 squares of Q22-R23, readying my enlarged heavy flail -Free Action: Rage -Power Attack Scar Face since I have 10' reach from enlarge person -The to-hit is a bit complicated so I'll spell it out in case I miss something. 1d20+9+2(rage)-2(power attack)+1(orc hatred) ...and all that for a nat 1. It was going to be so awesome. -I know it misses anyway but Scar Face would have had soft cover (+4AC) because Sid is in the way right? -HP (+10), AC, CMB (+4) and CMD (+3) are updated in my top line -Based on my size and position, please remember that I get 2 AoO's per round from my rage feat. This round the AoO's will be power attacks as well. [/i]
As observed by Stohp, no one has to concern themselves with planning their future assault, as events are pretty much moving along on their own now.
Bartomus makes a play to reach out to the Crying Woods. Multiple factors are working against him, but he does sense a reply from whatever is keeping the Woods out – Free the girl OOC – Wild Empathy is intended for animals, and usually requires 1 minute to work with the animal within 30’
Stohp attempts to move forward to disarm the orc (W), but with Micah in the way, is unable to get that far.
Lavinia casts a spell on Sasha, and then draws her swords. Although, with the melee now breaking out in the barn, the ranger is unsure if, or from where, any assailants might arrive. OOC – Please list Sasha’s AC and HP in Lavinia’s header, as combat has begun.
Micah casts Enlarge Person on Stock, causing the dwarf to grown considerably. The cleric calls on the rest of the orcs to stand down.
Dorbin casts a Grease spell in front of the six orcs by the stairs. OOC - Please include save DC and effects for spell cast.
Zanderallen moves to Sid’s side while drawing his sword, and lays a vicious blow on Scarface.
Sid follows with another blow.
An enlarged, enraged Stock launches an enormous flail toward Scarface, but it sails high. Once the dwarf gets used to his new size, he’s gonna be pretty dangerous.
- - - - - Micah’s demand for the orcs to stand down falls on deaf ears.
”KILL THEM!” bellows Scarface, disdaining his wounds. ”KILL THEM! KILL THEM!" The massive orc is literally foaming at the mouth as he turns to engage Zanderallen. He slashes at Zanderallen twice, and then tries to bite him. One falchion attack gets through. Zanderallen takes 18 hp damage.
Orc11 also attacks Zanderallen, swinging once with his falchion. He's not nearly as skilled as Scarface, and misses.
Orc 13 attacks Sid with a falchion. He also misses.
Orc 12 stows his falchion, and pulls out a javelin.
The Mystic (orc in bone necklace) makes a motion and vanishes. Spellcraft DC17 Highlight to display spoiler: { Invisibility }
Orcs 14 and 17 move forward into Micah’s Grease spell Both fall on their faces.
Orc16 and Orc18 move to attack Stock. Stock may take an AoO on both.
Orc15 moves to attack Bartomus. If armed, Bart may take an AoO.
OrcS2 moves half way up the stairs, and yells “Fight!” in to the upper floor. The call is taken up, and echoes around space up there.
--- Enemy status and Notes
All orcs are evil.
ScarFace (W) ac15 -18 hp (still in good condition). Orc14 - prone Orc17 - prone
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 Sasha HP:21/21 AC:19 d20+7=14 ; d20+10=11 ; d20+5=14 ; d4+1=4 ; d20+6=21 ; d20+8=23 ; d4+5=7 ; d20+8=13 ; d4+4=7 ; Thursday August 3rd, 2017 8:11:57 PM
(Barkskin adds +2 to Sasha's natural armour, I've included this in the AC in the header) "Sasha, help the minotaur, I'll aim for rescuing the druid" says Lavinia, pointing the panther in the direction of the orc closest to Bartomus. Without a moments hesitation the big cat tries to swipe at him from behind but the initial confusion of the whole situation gets to her and she completely whiffs. Undeterred she tries to bite the orc's behind and knock him to the ground.
Lavinia meanwhile has rushed over towards the stairs. Noticing the mess of grease and Orcs on the floor she decides to take a couple of cheeky swipes at one of them as they flail. ======================================================= Sasha moves to M17 Lavinia moves to K19 Spellcraft = 14 Sasha Claws =11 (Nat1 GG Sasha) (Flanking with Bart, -2 if this is not applicable) Bite = 14 (Flanking with Bart, -2 if this is not applicable) Bite Damage (If a hit) = 4 Trip = 21 (If a hit)
Lavinia Power Attack (Keen Shortsword) TWF = 23 Damage = 7 Power Attack Offhand Attack = 13 Damage = 7
First time combat on here let me know if I'm doing anything wrong
Bartomus(Rod) HP: 34/34 AC: 13 (11+2); Perc+7;Heal+8 d20+3=12 ; d8+1=5 ; Friday August 4th, 2017 1:32:46 AM Free the girl, Bartomus heard the voice in his head clearly. But, he didn't know what girl, he didn't see a girl. Then he saw the movement off to his side, one of the orcs was rushing him. His glave was behind him in the wagon, he stepped towards the orc and whipped his head at the guard trying to catch him with Bart's horn. His hand went towards his dagger drawing it.
"Find the girl, whoever she is, we have to find the girl." He yelled at the top of his voice. ===== AOC - Horn snap...12, damage 5
Stock (JonM) HP: 66/66 AC: 16/10/14; CMB: 12; CMD: 24 d20+10=25 ; 2d8+14=27 ; d10+10=13 ; 2d8+14=16 ; d20+12=16 ; d20+10=28 ; 2d8+14=21 ; Friday August 4th, 2017 10:10:37 AM Status Effects: Raging (2 rounds), Enlarge Person (50 min) Stock follows through with his miss and it turns him around. Out of the corner of his eye, he sees Lavinia and Sasha enter the room. "Hey, it's the halfling. Haha Vinnie! Have at them!
As he turns he sees the two orcs approaching and smiles wickedly. Instinct doesn't even give him a chance to taunt the oncoming foes. He swings at the first, the enlarged heavy flail landing solidly with a CRACK!. He continues his swing at the second orc...
That was satisfying. I need MORE of that! Stock resets his stance to face the two foes, tunnel vision allowing him to forget about the larger orc at his back. As he brings his flail up, he turns his gaze at the orc on the left, allowing his supernatural hatred to fill his vision. He gives it a moment and then brings his flail down again.
======== Power AoO vs. 18: Hit AC 25 Damage vs. 16: 2d8+5+2(rage)+1(enlarge)+6(power attack): 27 Damage Power AoO vs.16: Hit AC 13 Damage: 16 Move: Intimidating Glare vs. 16: 16 The barbarian can make an Intimidate check against one adjacent foe as a move action. If the barbarian successfully demoralizes her opponent, the foe is shaken for 1d4 rounds + 1 round for every 5 points by which the barbarian's check exceeds the DC. Power Attack vs. 18 if it is still up or vs. 16 if not: 28 Damage: 21 I think that's enough.
Stock (JonM) HP: 66/66 AC: 16/10/14; CMB: 12; CMD: 24 Friday August 4th, 2017 10:15:17 AM Oops. Actually I did the damage calculation wrong because of 2 handed weapon bonus. It should be: 2d8+5+3(rage)+1(enlarge)+6(power attack) That adds 1 to each damage so: AoO vs. 18 - 28 damage AoO vs. 16 - 17 damage - it was probably a miss anyway... Last attack - 22 damage
Zanderallen (Zachary H) HP: 39/48 AC: 21(24 vs Scar Face) T: 9 FF: 20 CMD: 19 d20+5=6 ; d6=3 ; d6=6 ; d20+11=15 ; d8+12=18 ; d20+8=15 ; d8+7=9 ; Friday August 4th, 2017 1:59:47 PM
Zander parries and slashes as he engages Scar Face, yelling in pain as the first swing finds it's way through his defenses and leaves a gash in his side. As his shield hand gets pressed against him as he fends off the teeth of the crazed orc he channels his spirit to partially heal the gash. "The shaman disappeared, watch out everyone." Steadying himself for a counter attack Zanderallen strikes out in a powerful swing, his blade just slipping past Scar Face's defenses. Cleaving through he continues his swing into the adjacent orc. ---------------------- Damage taken 18 Spellcraft 6 Swift Action - Lay on Hands (2d6 4 uses remaining) - Heals 9 Standard Action - Cleave (If first attack hits may make an attack against adjacent foe within reach - 2 AC when using this feat) - First target Scar Face, cleaving into Orc 11 - 15 Hits Scar Face for 18 Damage - 15 to hit Orc 11 for 9 damage
Sid (Andrew) HP: 18/34; AC: 17/15/13; CMB: 2; CMD: 16) d20+7=12 ; 2d6-1=7 ; 3d6=8 ; d6-1=1 ; Friday August 4th, 2017 4:15:52 PM
Sid watches as Scar Face falls under all of the attacks and stabs down on his prone form yelling into his dying face, "You've no locks or bars on your doors or windows and you've been killed by people you thought were your allies." He looks at the orc 13, "I'm sorry, but this is all going to reflect poorly in my report."
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IF Scar Face has fallen:
Coup de grace(Scar Face): 7(Weapon damage(rolled twice) + 8(Sneak Attack) = 15 Fort DC = 25
Else To Hit(Scar Face(Or next available Orc): 12 Damage: 1
Stohp (Mitch) HP: 38/38hp AC: 19/13/15 CMB: +8 CMD: 18 +2 vs grapple, disarm d20+6=11 ; Friday August 4th, 2017 5:48:58 PM
Stohp finds herself in the annoying position of being unable to get close enough to help anyone. After a moment's thought she takes a 5 foot step to the left and throws a Thunderstone at where the invisible caster might be (11 to hit v22, 11 remaining).
Micah (John) HP: 46/46 AC: 21/10/21 CMD:15 d20+6=19 ; Friday August 4th, 2017 6:50:43 PM "The orc caster went invisible" calls out Micah as he realizes what occurred.
In reaction to this, the Domi priest calls upon his own powers and casts magic circle against evil. He then moves to allow Stohp to close in while keeping himself free to continue casting spells.
============ Spellcraft 19 Move to R21
Magic circle against evil Duration 50 minutes; 10' radius centered around Micah; gives +2 deflection bonus to AC and +2 resistance bonus to saves versus attacks from evil creatures; immune to attempts at mind control; keeps out evil summoned creatures Micah's header reflects new AC
Dorbin (JeffO) [AC:13/13/10 HP:35/35 CMD:14] Friday August 4th, 2017 7:02:17 PM
Dorbin's eyes grow wide as the orc runs towards him, but he smiles as two fall. He starts casting a spell.
OOC: Casting summon monster, to appear on next round.
Lavinia (Carissa) HP:45/45 AC:20/16/15 CMB:5 CMD:20 Sasha HP:21/21 AC:19 d20+12=25 ; d20+10=19 ; d20+5=23 ; d4+1=3 ; d2+1=3 ; d20+6=25 ; Friday August 4th, 2017 8:40:48 PM
Lavinia turns to tell the dwarf off for revealing her presence but stops when she sees hes no longer really a dwarf. She almost stops for a moment before shaking her head. No time. Hearing the thud of very heavy feet heading their way she has precious few moments to try and think of a plan. An idea clicks into her brain and she looks around to see if there's any rope nearby, something that could hold up to an ogre walking into it. If she can see any she'll run to it and then try to tie it round the bottom of the stairs, hoping that the Orc on the stairs moves to stop her or at least moves from where he is. If he moves to attack her she'll try to attack first.
Sasha meanwhile is continuing her assault on Orc posterior.
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